The successful Technologist will perform routine diagnostic bacteriology and mycology on samples of aquatic, avian and mammalian animal species submitted to the Diagnostic Services Bacteriology Laboratory. The work involves set up, processing and analysis of bacteriologic and mycotic submissions from tissue/blood and other samples from aquatic animals, livestock, companion animals, birds and wildlife. The submissions are recorded into the laboratory management system and the results are entered, printed and communicated back to the client as requested. In addition, routine laboratory maintenance and inventory of supplies and isolates is required.The technologist must be able to work independently and with others, multi-task, and be responsive in a timely, effective and professional manner to the service, teaching, and research mandates of the AVC including method development. Assisting with fourth year DVM diagnostic services bacteriology rotations (VPM 450) will be required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A Medical Lab Technologist (MLT) designation and a relevant number of years of practical diagnostic bacteriology experience are required. Equivalent education with significant Diagnostic Bacteriology Laboratory experience will be considered. Good computer data entry, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills are required.

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list, to be received no later than the closing date, via the link below. You can also apply in person to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

The University of Prince Edward Island is committed to gender equity in employment. Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

Successful Candidate(s):

M. Saab

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.